Start Here Mind Your Drone Business: Shots Fired Near Iran
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Feb 4, 2026 Martha Raddatz, ABC chief global affairs correspondent with deep experience in international security, explains why a U.S. jet engaged an Iranian drone and the diplomatic fallout. Matt Rivers, reporting from Minneapolis on federal enforcement, covers prosecutor resignations and community reactions. Trevor Ault, Arizona reporter, outlines leads and urgent concerns in the Nancy Guthrie missing-person investigation.
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Drone Strike Raises Mideast Tensions
- The U.S. shot down an Iranian drone near the USS Lincoln after it kept approaching and was deemed aggressive.
- The incident raises tensions but talks between the U.S. and Iran remained scheduled despite mixed signals.
Military Buildup Sends A Visible Message
- A major U.S. military buildup in the Persian Gulf signals possible preparation for strikes and is visible to Iran.
- That visible posture complicates diplomacy and fuels reciprocal probing actions like boat harassment of U.S. ships.
Keep Talks Alive Amid Provocations
- Keep negotiations open despite provocations to preserve diplomatic options.
- Both sides need willing partners for diplomacy to succeed, so continued talks matter.